Fujifilm XF10 vs Sony TX66

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm XF10 vs Sony TX66, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the Fujifilm XF10 (APS-C) and TX66 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XF10 was brought out 6 years later than the TX66 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XF10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XF10 scores versus the TX66 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XF10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF10 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XF10 features external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XF10 vs Sony TX66 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 vs the TX66.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF10 and TX66 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF10 and TX66.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF10 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XF10 will resolve extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XF10 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.